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US Economy Cannot Escape Europe’s Risk
Jan 5, 2012
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Weekly Credit Outlook
December 19, 2011
Start the week informed on all things related to the global credit markets.
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The Euro Area Crisis
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Resi Landscape
December 13, 2011
Comprehensive reports on U.S. residential mortgage-backed securities.
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  • 05 Jan 2012

    December Issuance Update: Small Drop Compared to Years Past

    Issuance of industrial, financial, and utility debt declined by 8% between November and December, from $213 billion to $196 billion, less than the average month-on-month decline, according to a report from Moody’s Analytics. 2011 origination finished slightly ahead of last year’s level, indicating that the credit markets are exhibiting good levels of strength and resiliency, despite the ongoing sovereign drama in Europe. The deal count remained stable as well... Full Report
  • 04 Jan 2012

    SGL Flash: Spec-grade corporate liquidity comes under stress

    The weakening of speculative-grade corporate liquidity over the last half of 2011 accelerated modestly in December, in part because some companies face elevated pressure from financial covenants. The number of speculative-grade liquidity (SGL) rating downgrades (13) far outstripped upgrades (3) during the month, and a number of them reflected companies’ decreased headroom under their covenants…Full Report
  • 04 Jan 2012

    Oil and Gas 2012: High prices will keep oil production brisk, helping midstream,
    oilfield services

    The boom in unconventional resources has spread beyond North America and is changing the worldwide energy landscape, but cheap North American natural gas remains a serious side-effect of overproduction. In addition, high crude prices will persist as Middle East political tension continues… Full Report l Press Release
  • 29 Dec 2011

    US credit card charge-offs rise slightly in November

    US Credit card charge-offs increased 17 basis points in November to 5.38%, according to Moody’s Credit Card Indices. With other key performance measures remaining strong in November, we continue to expect the overall trend in charge-offs to be downward, with the rate eventually falling below 4% by the end of 2012... Full Report l Press Release
  • 22 Dec 2011

    Money market funds continue to reduce exposure to European banks

    While the crisis in the euro area has intensified, money market fund investors have not to date been materially affected. Moody’s-rated money funds have winnowed down their exposure to European banks, and should continue to reduce this exposure while at the same time strengthening their liquidity profiles… Full Report l Press Release
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  • Accounting & Financial Reporting Analysis

    Since its creation in 2002, Moody's Accounting Specialist Group has worked alongside Moody's credit analysts to incorporate accounting, financial reporting and internal control practices more systematically into the credit rating process. The group publishes research comments on issues within its area of expertise which Moody’s believes impact rated issuers’ credit quality. The group also conducts training for Moody’s analysts on relevant financial reporting, accounting and internal control issues which impact ratings. The Accounting Specialist Group is part of broader initiative to bring specialized expertise to Moody’s credit rating process. Along with specialists in accounting, financial reporting and internal controls, Moody’s Enhanced Analytic Group also has specialists with expertise in corporate governance; risk management; and complex financial instruments.

  • Build America Bonds

    The authorization of Build America Bonds (BABs) under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) opened up the municipal market to a new broader group of investors who traditionally focus on taxable credits. With a significant portion of 2009 and 2010 municipal bonds issued as Build America Bonds, Moody's research provides insights into credit trends in the taxable municipal bond market.

  • Corporate Governance Analysis

    Since its creation in 2003, Moody's Corporate Governance Group has worked alongside Moody's credit analysts to incorporate governance more systematically into the credit rating process. The Group also focuses on analyst education on corporate governance, and periodically publishes special comments on particular governance issues.

  • Covenants

    Investors have become increasingly concerned about event risk and the absence of meaningful covenant protections, which leaves them exposed to potential credit losses. Moody's covenant snapshots provide an informed opinion of covenant quality for both bonds and loans, helping you make better decisions and saving you time.

  • Euro Area Sovereign Crisis & Affected Credits

    Euro area sovereigns continue to be subject to significant market pressure and face economic and policy challenges affecting their credit. Sovereign credit problems affect other issuers in the region. This page provides a centralized source for Moody’s rating actions and research related to sovereigns and other credits affected by the crisis.
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